Description

6-Methylisovanillin is a versatile organic compound and a key synthetic intermediate in fine chemical manufacturing. Its structural similarity to vanillin derivatives makes it valuable for modifying flavor, fragrance, and pharmaceutical compounds. This product is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it serves as a crucial building block for more complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the production of certain herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a key intermediate for creating modified vanillin analogs and novel aroma chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in research laboratories and process chemistry for constructing complex heterocycles and fine chemicals.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Functions as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methylisovanillin
CAS No.	7721-61-1
Molecular Formula	C9H10O3
Molecular Weight	166.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-5-methylbenzaldehyde; 3-Methoxy-5-methylsalicylaldehyde; 5-Methyl-3-methoxysalicylaldehyde; 6-Methyl-3-hydroxyanisaldehyde; 6-Methylvanillin; Isovanillin, 6-methyl-; 5-Methylisovanillin
EINECS	231-771-7

Quality Control

Our 6-Methylisovanillin is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize headspace in opened containers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	108°C - 112°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.